Head Cross Country Coach - High School
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Head Cross Country Coach - High School
Position Summary
The Head Cross Country Coach is responsible for establishing and leading a competitive high school cross country program
while fostering student growth, academic success, leadership, commitment, and sportsmanship.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Develop annual training plans, practice schedules, and meet preparation plans.
• Teach proper running mechanics, conditioning, pacing, race strategy, recovery, and injury prevention.
• Recruit, retain, and develop student-athletes within the cross country program.
• Coordinate meet entries, transportation needs, and communication with the Athletic Director.
• Monitor academic eligibility, attendance, and student-athlete conduct.
• Maintain proper supervision during practices, meets, travel, and team activities.
• Maintain equipment, uniforms, and program inventory.
• Build positive relationships with parents, staff, and the community.
• Develop assistant coaches and volunteers when applicable.
• Promote a positive culture that reflects Muskegon Heights Academy values.
Qualifications
• Cross country, track, distance running, or related coaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of conditioning, race preparation, and injury prevention.
• Ability to motivate student-athletes of varying experience levels.
• CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Completion of all required MHSAA and district coaching requirements.
• Successful completion of required background checks.
General Expectations
• Place student safety and well-being first.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and positive leadership.
• Support the academic success and eligibility of every student-athlete.
• Maintain proper supervision before, during, and after all athletic activities.
• Follow all district, conference, and MHSAA policies.
• Complete all required coaching certifications and trainings.
• Attend required athletic department meetings.
• Maintain accurate equipment and uniform inventories.
• Promote sportsmanship, discipline, accountability, and respect.
• Represent Muskegon Heights Academy with pride and professionalism.
